Management Accountant

About us   

HammondCare provides expert aged care, home care, dementia care and palliative care for older people, regardless of circumstances, beliefs, background or financial situation. We are led by our not-for-profit, Christian foundations and backed by research and clinical expertise. 
 
When it comes to our people - those we serve and those who serve - we are committed to inclusion across race, culture, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, religion and ability. In our innovative residences, our hospitals, or in client homes, we aim to set the global standard of relationship-based care for older people with complex needs. 
 
We've been caring for people for over 90 years - so, if you love to care, join us, and make a career move that matters. 

It’s not just care. It’s HammondCare. 

About the role   

The Management Accountant supports the Advisory Care & Partnerships line of business with a budgeted revenue of $71 million and the Hammond Innovation business, with a R&D budget cost of $4 million. 

Key focus areas include month end processing/production of financial results; support in the preparation of financial reporting (acquittals) for Federal Government contracts, ensuring compliance and transparency; interpret financial information including variances and trends, translating data into strategic recommendations; support in constructing annual budgets for Government contracts and ad hoc business cases; and take a proactive role in identifying opportunities for process improvement, cost optimisation, and operational efficiencies across finance and business functions.    

This is a permanent position based at St Leonards with hybrid opportunities.   

What we can offer you  

We care about your wellbeing at HammondCare and as a result offer a wide range of health and lifestyle benefits including:  

• NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit (up to $2,650 tax free) 

• Additional leave purchase options and 14 weeks paid parental leave  

• Flexible working options 

• Discounts on everyday products and services 

• Discounted healthcare memberships - access to network of fitness centres and pools for employees and families 

• Free access to independent counselling support for employees and families 

• Health & Wellbeing programmes 

• Reward & Recognition programmes 

• Referral bonuses 

• Career and professional development opportunities 

Key Responsibilities include 

• Ensure timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and end of year reports. Identify and implement improvements in current procedures to enhance reporting efficiency and accuracy 

• Prepare analyses; provide insight to variances and trends and deliver strategic recommendations to drive business outcomes 

• Support in developing the annual acquittal workpapers (year-end) and performance report  (mid-year) to the Department. 

• Collaborate with the Financial Controller on regulatory reporting and compliance matters.   

• Work with the Head of FP&A, Enabling Business Partner and GM Healthcare & Hospitals to deliver budgets, forecasts and reporting within set timeframes, aligning financial planning with strategic priorities 

• Manage the processing of General Ledger journals, corporate allocations, reconciliation of operating systems to the General ledger, and balance sheet reconciliations 

• Liaise with the Corporate Finance Team and external/internal auditors to support audit and review processes 

• Coordinate and support the annual budget and forecasting processes, engaging Business Managers and Accountants to ensure alignment with strategic objectives and entering data in Workday Adaptive Planner 

• Prepare Power Points presentations or Enabling Business Partner and GM Finance HealthCare & Hospitals, communicating financial results and trends for monthly Business Partner forums, quarterly business reviews and budget/forecast meetings 

• Formulation of Government grant applications on behalf of HammondCare as opportunity arises, and liaising and partnering with program managers to ensure appropriate resourcing is applied for in grant applications 

• Contribute to ad-hoc projects, including financial modelling for new initiatives and business transformation 

• Provide collaborative support and serve as a reliable backup for team members to ensure continuity of operations 

• Develop reports in Workday and Office connect   

About You   

• Commitment to engage and align with HammondCare’s Christian Mission, Motivation and Mission in Action 

• 2-3 years practical experience in a similar corporate role  

• Degree in relevant field  

• CPA or CA qualified or working towards  

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial information to a range of audiences, from senior executives to junior staff 

• Ability to deal with internal & external stakeholders  

• Excellent communication and analytical skills 

• Strong administrative and computer skills, exposure to SUN and Workday systems advantageous  

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 

• Empathy and patience 

Desirable   

• Exposure to the Aged Care Sector advantageous   

• Experience with Not for Profit organisation   

• Experience with Workday Adaptive Planning is an advantage  

To Apply 

If you are ready to make a difference with HammondCare, Apply Now! For any specific queries please contact [email protected]. 

Pre- Employment Checks   

All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to a criminal record check and reference checks 

HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves.